Trickline Ranking List Winners
Join us as we celebrate the outstanding achievements of the trickline champions of 2023, whose remarkable talents have dazzled audiences and set new standards in the sport. Freestyle Trickline competitions are happening all around the world and finalists collect points depending on their ranks and the size of the competition (e.g. Masters, World Cup..), giving them a final score at the end of the year.
The yearly winners in our system are defined by the sum of the highest points ranking at the two largest events they participated in 2023.
Here the top three ranking athletes gaining the most points during the last year of competition tricklining in the female and male categories.
As in previous years, Japan continues to dominate in tricklining, with its youngest athletes proving to be the best in the world. However, Brazil also shines in the top 3 rankings, showcasing its formidable talent in the sport.
| Name | Age | Country | Points | |||
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Freestyle Trickline | |||||
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1 | Mao Takebe | 18 | Japan | 3000 | |
| 2 | Koi Okazawa | 15 | Japan | 2500 | ||
| 3 | Akari Sasaki | 18 | Japan | 1362 | ||
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Freestyle Trickline | |||||
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1 | Rikuto Nakamura | 15 | Japan | 3000 | |
| 2 | Hendle Santos | 29 | Brazil | 2031 | ||
| 3 | Alison Ferreira de Oliveira | 32 | Brazil | 1876 | ||
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Akari Sasaki
Let’s meet Akari, third place in the ranking 2023:
- Name: Akari Sasaki
- Age: 18 years old
- Nationality: Japanese
Akari is a rising star in the world of slacklining. Her journey started already with 5 years old and her training payed off, in 2023 has been remarkable, with notable achievements including 2nd place in the Gibbon Nippon Open Championship and 3rd place in both the Trickline World Cup events held in Munich and Stuttgart. Akari’s talent and determination shine brightly, earning her a coveted spot in the Gibbon Slacklines Japan team and setting her sights on becoming the best in the world.
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Koi Okazawa
On the second place, we have Koi Okazawa!
- Name: Koi Okazawa
- Age: 15 years old
- Nationality: Japanese
Koi Okazawa, at just 15 years old, has already left an indelible mark on the world of tricklining. With seven years of dedicated training under her belt, she’s made significant strides in her craft, often practicing solo. In the Trickline World Cup events of 2023 held in Munich and Stuttgart, Koi demonstrated her skill and determination, securing second-place finishes. Additionally, her noteworthy performances in other competitions, such as the Slackline Freestylers 2023 and the Online Trickline Championships Japan, further underscore her talent and dedication to the sport. Through television appearances and commercials, she’s brought the thrill of slacklining to countless individuals across Japan.
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Mao Takebe
And the winner in 2023, female category, is Mao!
- Name: Mao Takebe
- Age: 18 years old
- Nationality: Japanese
In the dynamic world of tricklining, one name stood out in 2023 – Mao Takebe. She is tricklining for 8 year now! At just 18 years old, this Japanese sensation dominated the scene with her unmatched skill and relentless drive. From securing victories at prestigious events like the Gibbon Nippon Open Championship and the Trickline World Cup stages in Munich and Stuttgart, to showcasing her prowess in Gibbon Beach Games. Mao’s journey to the top has been nothing short of spectacular. As she continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible on the trickline, Mao Takebe’s legacy as one of the sport’s brightest stars is firmly cemented. Congratulations!
Congratulations to all the female winners, we can’t wait to see you in action in 2024!
Let’s move on to the male category. Two brasilian and one japanese athlete competed against each other this time. Let´s meet them!
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Alisson Ferreira
Let´s start with the 3rd place of the podium there’s Alisson!
- Name: Alisson Ferreira
- Age: 32 years old
- Nationality: Brasilian
Alisson is one of the oldest trickliners in Brasil, part of the brasilian team named “Neves na Fita”, he has been training for 13 years! That’s a lot!
In 2023, Alisson, the Brazilian tricklining sensation, showcased his expertise in top-tier competitions like the Trickline World Cup events in Munich and Stuttgart, and the Sao Paulo Slackline Championship Pro. Clinching podium finishes and displaying remarkable talent, Alisson secured the esteemed 3rd place spot, leaving an indelible mark on the competitive landscape.
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Hendle Santos
The 2nd place, goes Hendle!
- Name: Hendle Santos
- Age: 29 years old
- Nationality: Brazil
Hendle Santos, a talented slackline athlete, has been making waves in the slacklining community.
With consistent podium finishes and outstanding performances in prestigious competitions worldwide. He made a 3rd place finish at the Trickline World Cup 2023 – Munich, followed by a 2nd place at the Trickline World Cup 2023 – Stuttgart, and a dominating 1st place victory at the Outdoormix Festival.
Keep an eye on this rising star as he continues to push the boundaries of the sport!
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Rikuto Nakamura
And the 2023 winner, in male category, is Rikuto!
- Name: Rikuto Nakamura
- Age: 15 years old
- Nationality: Japanese
In a remarkable display of skill and talent, 15-year-old Japanese slackliner Rikuto Nakamura emerged as the 2023 champion in the male category.
In a whirlwind of victories, Rikuto Nakamura dominated the trickline scene in 2023, conquering competitions worldwide with his unmatched talent and skill. From the Gibbon Nippon Open Championship to the Trickline World Cups in Munich and Stuttgart, Rikuto’s remarkable performances left audiences spellbound and solidified his status as a true tricklining virtuoso. With wins at smaller events like the Slackline Freestylers and the Slackline Transfer Single Games Open, as well as a triumphant showing at the Online Trickline Championships Japan, Rikuto’s legacy as a freestyle trickline champion shines brightly, inspiring admiration and awe at every turn. Congratulations!
